From 'monster' to 'treasure': This horror species is helping many people make a fortune

This species is often harmful to some crops and is an enemy hated by many Vietnamese farmers.

As soon as people hear the name 'bug' , many people will immediately think of the painful feeling when bitten by them. This worm not only has an ugly, hideous appearance but is also a danger to both plants and humans.

The tips of the hairs of the bedbugs contain many chemicals that can damage the skin surface if touched.

Bugs have a lot of hair, so if you come into contact with them, their hairs will pierce your skin. In particular, the tips of the bug's hairs contain many chemicals that can damage the skin's surface, causing itching and burning, and can even lead to dermatitis and blisters. For farmers, bug are one of the top 'enemies' .

However, over time, this scary ' monster' changed its life and became a 'treasure' that helped many people make a lot of money.

In some rural areas of Guangxi, China - where there are also many scorpionflies - you can sell scorpionflies larvae for up to 400 yuan/kg, equivalent to more than 1.3 million VND/kg. Even more unbelievable is that they are used as food.

 Their appearance is golden brown, shaped quite similar to quail eggs.

Every October, the larvae of the beetles will grow and start to build cocoons in winter to better survive the cold weather. Their appearance is yellow-brown, shaped quite similar to quail eggs but smaller in size.

The larvae in this cocoon are rich in protein, fat and contain many trace elements. They are even fondly called 'tree sea cucumbers'. The Chinese will 'pick' them in winter, then roast them with salt, making a unique snack.